It was discovered by the Third German Antarctic Expedition under Ritscher, 1938–39, who named it in association with Humboldt Graben.
Malachi Ritscher, musician, recording engineer, human rights activist, and anti-war protester.
Ska-punk band Less Than Jake wrote a song about Ritscher's fiery end which is titled "Malachi Richter's Liquor's Quicker" for their 2008 album GNV FLA.